Simple, lightweight core warmth. The Down Sweater Vest’s minimalist design practically floats; its ethically sourced and traceable 800-fill-power down seals in warmth, yet it’s so compact that it stuffs into an internal pocket (with a carabiner clip-in loop). The revised 100% recycled polyester shell with a DWR (durable water repellent) finish provides wind and weather protection as well as a high tear-strength; updated quilting lines stabilize the down; now with a more contoured fit and slightly longer torso. The drawcord hem tightens from inside the zippered handwarmer pockets, and nylon-bound elastic armholes seal in heat.

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Superlight, windproof shell fabric with high tear-strength has a DWR (durable water repellent) finish

This is a great down vest. Light-weight, reasonably packable (not as good as some of my Primaloft vests). I use it for layering on hikes and outdoor ecology stuff during WA state winters, and it's perfect for that. Don't hesitate if you're looking for a down vest!

I don't backpack anymore. But I needed a warm, light, comfortable insulating layer. I fly an EMS helicopter. We wait all day (or night) for emergency calls. So we go out in the weather to pick up people who need us. While the med crew is with the patient, I sit in the helo waiting. If the engines are off, there no heat. So having this sweater vest to knock off the chill while waiting is excellent. I am often out in all kinds of weather and this vest certainly suits my needs in 99% of those conditions.

I also bought a Patagonia Micro-Puff vest. It is very similar, just insulated with synthetic matieral which insulates even when wet and dries much faster than down. So the Micro-Puff works in that 1% area the down vest doesn't. Both are excellent.